11 December 2025
Telecel Faso has commenced the deployment of 300 new telecom sites across Burkina Faso as part of the government’s initiative to extend coverage to 750 underserved areas.
While this effort aims to close the digital divide, it also serves to strengthen Telecel’s position in a market currently dominated by Orange and Moov Africa.
Find out moreKenyan government sets conditions on Vodacom’s increased stake in Safaricom
10 December 2025
The Kenyan government has reportedly stipulated specific conditions on the sale of a 15% stake in Safaricom to South Africa-based Vodacom Group, aiming to ensure the telecom giant maintains its Kenyan roots.
Last week, Vodacom announced an agreement to increase its ownership in Safaricom from 35% to 55%, acquiring a 15% stake from the Kenyan government and an additional 5% from Vodafone. The total transaction is valued at approximately $2.1 billion (R36 billion). Once finalised, the Kenyan government will still retain a 20% stake in Safaricom.
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Zambia mandates new tower construction
10 December 2025
The Zambian government has announced a new requirement for mobile network operators to build additional telecommunications towers as part of its efforts to bridge the digital divide and accelerate connectivity across the country.
This directive was communicated through a statement from the Ministry of Technology and Science following the recent end-of-year Reflections and Leadership Transition ceremony held by the GSM Association of Zambia (GSMAZ). During the event, MTN CEO Abbad Reda was announced as the new chairperson, succeeding Zamtel CEO Jason Mwanza.
Find out more Rwanda launches eKash
09 December 2025
Rwanda has officially unveiled its National Digital Payment System, eKash, marking a significant milestone in the country’s journey toward establishing a fully interoperable financial ecosystem.
This launch represents years of effort to transition from a fragmented payments landscape to a unified platform capable of supporting a cashless economy.
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